After a decade of exceptional service and 173 goals, Son Heung-min has ended his spell at Tottenham Hotspur. Ranking fifth in the club’s all-time scoring chart and placing in the top 20 Premier League scorers with 127 league goals, Son’s legacy was cemented with a memorable Europa League victory in Bilbao. His departure leaves a significant void for Spurs to fill.<\/p>\n
Tottenham have made Mathys Tel’s loan from Bayern Munich permanent this summer. However, Son’s exit may still compel further acquisitions. Finding a direct replacement for a finisher of Son’s calibre is improbable, but Tottenham have several attacking options under consideration.<\/p>\n
Kolo Muani was linked with Spurs earlier in the year but chose Juventus for the 2025\u201326 season instead, making a strong impact with eight goals in 16 Serie A games. PSG reportedly values him at \u20ac60 million but may entertain another loan arrangement. With Juventus yet to finalize a permanent deal, Tottenham might revisit their interest in the adaptable French forward.<\/p>\n
Tottenham also must address the loss of creativity caused by James Maddison’s severe knee injury, which sidelines him for an extended period. Everton\u2019s Nampalys Mendy, a skillful dribbler and hardworking player, offers tactical flexibility suitable for Thomas Frank’s system. His Premier League form and preseason performances have caught the eye, making him a viable, if unconventional, candidate.<\/p>\n
For a marquee signing, Real Madrid’s Rodrygo is a name circulating. Despite a subdued Club World Cup showing, the Brazilian could leave Madrid this summer, with Arsenal and Liverpool in pursuit. Tottenham\u2019s interest remains peripheral, complicated by transfer fees and wages, making a move challenging.<\/p>\n
Rafael Le\u00e3o\u2019s journey at AC Milan has been marked by flashes of brilliance amid inconsistency. The 26-year-old Portuguese winger, bolstered by changes under Massimiliano Allegri, may seek a fresh challenge following a difficult 2024\u201325 season. Milan can command a premium to release him, but Tottenham might consider him given his high potential.<\/p>\n
While no single signing can immediately replace Son’s impact, these options represent Spurs’ strategic considerations as they plan for the future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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